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The disciples of Jesus returned from an outreach program very happy. This is because they had cast out demons, healed all manner of sicknesses and diseases. Yet it was startling that Jesus told them not to rejoice because of those mighty works. Was Jesus a killjoy? Who wouldn't rejoice for such a feat? However according to Jesus those are the freebies of the gospel and not the gospel. The gospel is that your name is written in heaven. That is the gospel of Jesus. Eternal life. Eternal life. Eternal life. All other things like healing the sick, casting out demons, exhibiting spiritual gifts and poweress, financial success are just desserts and not the main course. They are the chocolates, ice creams and biscuits for preaching and receiving eternal life. Yet we on daily basis and most times in all our lives chase after the dessert,  we forget the main menu. We offer and are offered the dessert as the main food and many are in constant demand of the dessert because the main food is never served. The dessert is never satisfying but always causing a need for more.The main food is Jesus because eternal life is when people know Jesus and that is the main course and other things are the fringe benefits of the kingdom. Jesus is the bread of life and the ever refreshing water springing from now without ceasing.

If you want the main course and dessert just pray this prayer

Lord Jesus, I acknowledge you as the bread of life. I am in dry places, consuming those things which do not satisfy.  I am hungry and thirsty. Come and feed me and fill me that I may be satisfied daily with you. Thank you Jesus.

Text: Luke 10:17-20

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